New England Trees Struggle to Survive in Drought Conditions

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With drought conditions prominent around parts of New England, dead trees are becoming an increasingly common sight. Arborists say when a tree dies; it's just a matter of time before it topples, causing damage and even danger.

"There's a lot of dead trees all over the New England area," said certified arborist, Steve Gold. "The longer a dead tree stays standing, the worse it gets.